Chapter 35

"I… want you…" Zachary gasped out. His eyes were clouded with desire, and his hands were slowly and deliberately kneading the curve of Jessica's waist. She shivered, fingers clenching on instinct. She hadn't even fully come down from that searing kiss, and now, he was asking for more. "Can I…" he asked hoarsely, his voice trembling with restraint and urgency. Just as Jessica was gathering the strength to turn him down, his phone rang. Zachary let out a long sigh, pressing his forehead harder against hers. The storm in his eyes slowly brewed with fury, and she dared not meet his gaze. Then came a whisper against her lips. "I'm sorry. I didn't mean to scare you." The phone went silent, and she felt like her entire heart had leaped into her throat. He released her slowly, but then his phone rang again. He turned and stepped out to the balcony to take the call. A breath of relief escaped her before she hurriedly fixed her disheveled appearance. "Speak." Zachary's tone was unmistaka